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It's always great to find some deals at VV. Some of the things that I have found there are nicer than items I bought new in the store.
I am with you on your goal. We can do this. One choice at a time we will knock off those small goals. Today was a win. I did, swimming, yoga and the gym. Feels great. Tomorrow I start all over again.
CENTURY CLUB MEMBER at 6 months post-op.
Referral to Guelph Feb/13, Sleep study and all bloodwork and ultrasound May/13, orientation July/13. Nurse, NUT,SW Sept/13, 2nd NUT, nurse and SW, 3rd round and cleared for surgery Dec/13. Pre-op Apr 7/14, Surgeon May 2/14, Opti Jul 3/14, surgery Jul 17/14.
My surgeon said the same thing. I made it clear I wanted RNY and he said that he would see when he got in there whether he could do RNY safetly. I signed a consent for the sleeve with possible RNY. My BMI was 63. They generally don't like to do RNY in my region over a BMI of 60. I did optifast for 1 month and I guess I was able to shrink my liver enough because I woke up with a RNY. He said it was tricky but he did it and I was thrilled. That aside, I would have still did the sleeve as he explained that you can revised to RNY if you don't get the results with sleeve. However, many people have been very successful with the sleeve also and I was going for it either way. I wish you all the best whatever you decide.
Referral: March 2017, Orientation: June 2017, Nurse, Social Worker, Nutritionist, Pharmacist: Dec 2017, Physiotherapist and f/u with Nurse: Feb 2018, Meet Dr. Lindsay: Feb 2018, Pre-Op Feb 26, 2018, Start Optifast (4 weeks): Feb 27, 2018, SURGERY: MARCH 27/18 at St. Joseph's in Toronto with Dr. Lindsay. Height 5'2," 49 Years old, Hw: 365, Pre-Op Weight (start of Opti 355), SW 334 CW 175. Weight Loss: Pre-op -19, M1 -23, M2 -18, M3-18, M4-14, M5-14 M6-10, M7-14 M8-8, M9-14 M10-5, M11-10 M12-0, M13 -3, M14 -6, M15 -7
I finally have my surgery education class coming up on May 13 in Windsor,Ontario. What does the class consist of? Do I find out my hospital at this point? How long after this do I meet the surgeon?Can I bring anyone to this appointment? Guys Im getting so excited and nervous, I can see the finish line.
Thank you!! I LOVE coffee but don't and never have been a fan of any juice and love water (drink tons of it)- ... just really pumped and ready to go on this! Thanks again for your input!
From what I can ascertain, your surgery is not postponed, but rather to continue but with the sleeve rather than the RNY? Is that correct? I know during the various appointments I have had, they clearly indicated that there are occasions when the surgeons will determine one surgery is preferable to the other, based on the patient's medical history and issues (and sometimes patient preference as I know several people who opted for the sleeve versus the RNY). At my nutrition appointment a few weeks ago, the nutritionist indicated that sometimes what happens is they do one surgery, once that is done and over with and the patient progresses losing weight etc, then the other one is done. So if the surgeon is saying he feels your health won't allow for the RNY at this juncture, it most likely doesn't mean "never" - and I would seriously listen to his expertise. My sister had the sleeve and lost 50 lbs in six months! My understanding is the sleeve also suppresses hunger hormones to a certain extent; and the smaller pouch makes it uncomfortable to eat big portions.As a type 2 diabetic myself, I know that even relatively small losses can impact the numbers - for the better. So it is of course your choice and a good idea to revisit with the surgeon, but this doesn't sound like a bad first step. By the time you've lost some weight (due to sleeve working)- you can perhaps look down the road at the RNY - something to discuss with your surgeon.
Coffee, apple juice, orange juice and sugar free jello were given on our breakfast trays. During pre-op appt. I was told no coffee and to dilute juice with water and sip every 15 minutes using the tiny measuring cup provided. I left the coffee, the diluted orange juice made me nauseous but I was ok with the diluted apple juice. Good luck to you and you'll be on the mend before you know it
Good morning :)
Off to a doctor's appointment today and then the little nugget and I are going to hang out while DH goes to help his brother fix a car. We went to VV yesterday and it was crazy busy. We got a couple good deals. I need to sort through all my clothes, especially with summer coming up.
QOTD: my goal is to lost 10lbs by the end of May. I should maybe revise that to 5lbs lol.
Post-op four years and one month.
Breakfast - protein bar
Snack - nut bar
Lunch - lunch meat and cheese
Snack - carrots and PB
Dinner - spaghetti sauce
Snack - pudding
All water and vits.
Today feels like I can finally get back to my old routine. This morning I'm going swimming, then yoga, then some meetings and off to the gym. If I can do all of that I will be a happy woman.
QOTD: I'm setting myself a challenge to build more muscle for July which will be my 5 year surgiversary. Last year I was starting to see some muscle definition and between injury and looking after Dad I let it slide. I need to do this for me. What challenges have you set for yourself recently?
The eats today at 4 years 9 months post-op are:
B. Decaf coffee, Iced protein coffee after the pool
L. Cobb salad, grilled chicken, HB egg, Spicy bacon, kale and arugula, WF Honey/Dijon dressing
D. Spicy sausage stuffed portobellos with some spicy cheese melted on top, small side salad
S. Nighty night tea. We will see how this works
Have a great day everyone.
CENTURY CLUB MEMBER at 6 months post-op.
Referral to Guelph Feb/13, Sleep study and all bloodwork and ultrasound May/13, orientation July/13. Nurse, NUT,SW Sept/13, 2nd NUT, nurse and SW, 3rd round and cleared for surgery Dec/13. Pre-op Apr 7/14, Surgeon May 2/14, Opti Jul 3/14, surgery Jul 17/14.
Its been 2 weeks since I saw the surgeon to sign my consent form. Surgery was scheduled for the end of next week. I was surprised during the consult when Dr informed me he wasn't sure my liver would be able to sustain the RNY procedure, and he might have to do the sleeve instead. After driving home, I had serious second thoughts. As I understood it, the sleeve doesn't offer the same advantages as RNY with regard to decreased hunger and "curing" Diabetes type II.
I had already started Optifast, had hotel booked, family support in place etc only to second guess my decision. I have up to 1 year to reschedule - but I had carefully planned the timing of the surgery with regard to work schedule, weather etc etc. I'm disappointed, sad and unsure. I am going to phone next week to schedule another appointment with surgeon to ensure I understand clearly.
Has anyone else had this type of experience?
Wow. Great job. 7.5 years down... a life time to go with success! Thanks for sharing.
RNY Oct. 27/17. HW 289; SW 285; GW 144; LW: 161 CW: 196 FML: Fighting regain :(
